PLS logo 18854E Chassell-Painesdale Road
PO Box 56
Chassell, MI 49916


Membership Information


Membership in the Portage Lake Sportsmen is available by submitting a membership application, by reading the club rules and submitting a signed agreement to abide by them, by completing a range safety and facilities orientation on the PLS club grounds, and by paying the membership dues.

Current and former members may renew their memberships by completing and submitting a membership application, by paying the required dues, and by reading the current rules and signing an agreement to abide by them. They must also complete the range safety and familiarization session at least once every three years.

Upon approval of the application and completion of membership requirements, an applicant will receive membership credentials, including any necessary access codes.

Annual memberships start on May 1st of the current year and end on April 30th of the following year. Membership entitles each member to enter the club property and to use the supplied shooting facilities and to vote at the annual meeting.

The club offers four different types of memberships:
  • Life: Non-expiring membership which includes spouse and minor children
  • Regular: Annual membership which includes spouse and minor children
  • Senior: Annual membership which includes spouse
  • Student: Annual membership for high school and college students
Applications for Regular, Senior, or Student memberships in the Portage Lake Sportsmen's Club may be submitted either on-line or through the mail. Applications for Life membership may be submitted only through the mail.

Work Credits for Membership Dues

Members who volunteer for work projects to enhance club facilities, operation, and activities can earn credits toward payment of annual dues for the next membership year. The current provisions of the work credit policy are described in the current Club membership letter (pdf format).

Online Membership Application or Renewal

1)   Use the online membership application to submit payment via PayPal.

2)   Review the Club Rules.

3)   If you have not completed a range familiarization session, check the club calendar or contact the secretary for upcoming dates to complete a required session.

Mail-In Membership Application or Renewal

1)   Print and complete the current Membership & Renewal Application Form (pdf format). Or, contact the club secretary to obtain a copy of the Membership & Renewal Application form.

2)   Review the Club Rules.

3) Mail the completed application form and payment to the club PO box. If you have not completed a range familiarization session, check the club calendar or contact the secretary for upcoming dates to complete the required session. Forms and payment may also be submitted at the range familiarization session.

Annual Membership Renewal

Annual memberships expire each year on April 30. Information on membership renewal is sent to each annual and life member before that date. More information is available in the latest Club membership letter (pdf format).

Questions?

Please contact the club secretary with any questions concerning membership. (Club contact information)


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